Manor Park Public School marks the return of Beauty and the Beast musical

Did you know people say “break a leg” not only because it wishes people good luck but also because the people who work on the play are called a cast? Well Manor Park is about to break many!

Beauty and the Beast is a classical story that, through an action-packed and dramatic plot, teaches the viewer the valuable lesson that true beauty is found within. Staff decided to create a school production that would provide students some real-world theatrical experience, and to showcase our extraordinary Manor Park Public School talent.

Preparations for the musical began in the winter, and students, teachers, and even members of the community (such as parents) volunteered their free time to paint sets at recess and rehearse scenes during lunch breaks and weekends.

Students have also volunteered for the “tech crew”, which involves operating the sound and lights for the show, as well as taking care of all the behind the scenes action.

A big thanks to all the staff, students, and parents who put in the time to make the play happen.

Beauty and the Beast will run for two days, Thursday April 27 and Friday April 28 in the Manor Park Public School gym. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the play will start at 6:30 p.m. You won’t want to miss it!

This article was written by Hazel Rank, who is part of the tech crew, and Oliver Brinkmann, tech lead.